124 Alva Street, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

$419,900

Est. $2,643/month

3

Beds

1.5

Baths

1,120

Sq Ft

$375

Price/Sq Ft

0.14

Acres

1957

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

13 hours 37 minutes

Time on Market

Active Listed Apr 29, 2026 • MLS# 73509616 Copied!

About this home

Desirable Ranch-style home offering true one-level living. The Living room with hardwood floors and a fireplace flows into the eat in kitchen with granite countertops, tile flooring, and sliders to a back deck overlooking the yard. Three bedrooms all offer hardwood floors and closets, including a primary with its own half bath. Partially finished basement adds flexible bonus space ideal for a home office, gym, or media room. Attached carport with direct side entry into the kitchen makes everyday living easy. Fenced yard with patio area is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Storage shed for seasonal items. Exterior freshly painted in Sherwin-Williams Peppercorn. Convenient to Buttonwood Park Zoo, Route 140, shopping, dining, and commuter routes. A solid option for buyers looking for comfort, simplicity, and one-level living. Occupied by respected, long-term tenants. No Open Houses, scheduled appointments only.

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Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1957

Bedrooms

3

Full Bathrooms

1

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

1,120 sq ft

Total Rooms

5

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1957

Living Area 1,120 sq ft

Lot Size 0.14 acres

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling Wall Unit(s)

Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Laminate

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator

Fireplace Living Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Flooring - Vinyl, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Features Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Ranch

Roof Shingle

Features Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced

Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio

Parking

Has Garage Yes

Features Attached, Carport, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $3,841

Assessed Value $339,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator

Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Unknown

Windows:

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry: Flooring - Vinyl, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch

Year Built: 1957

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard

Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio

Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Frontage: 73.00 ft

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Type: Attached

Total Parking Spaces: 3

Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type: Living Room

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks

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124 Alva Street, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

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New Bedford School District local

C-

🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021

31% attend college

13% 4-Year 18% 2-Year 4% Out of State 9% Working

⚠ School Safety 2024-25

6.0% Above Average

4.2% Suspensions 1.0% In-School 1.8% Emergency

↑ 0.5% above state avg

E

Elementary Schools

3 schools

B

Elizabeth Carter Brooks School

0.2 mi | #6 of 12 | Score: 44.4

Improved 400 spots from last year

-13.8 below state avg

261 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

F

Thomas R Rodman School

0.5 mi | #796 of 824 | Score: 29.1

Dropped 35 spots from last year

-29.1 below state avg

200 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

Nazarene Christian Academy

0.8 mi

Grades PK-12

M

Middle Schools

3 schools

C-

Keith Middle School

0.5 mi | #306 of 352 | Score: 30.8

Dropped 17 spots from last year

-27.4 below state avg

949 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-08

A-

Dartmouth Middle School

0.9 mi | #90 of 352 | Score: 50.9

Improved 7 spots from last year

-7.4 below state avg

801 students Less Diverse

Grades 06-08

Our Sisters' School

0.9 mi

Grades 05-06

H

High Schools

3 schools

C

New Bedford High School

0.5 mi | #261 of 346 | Score: 45.3

Improved 40 spots from last year

-12.9 below state avg

2,878 students Diverse

19 sports • 1,326 athletes

Early College Program Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum

Grades 09-12

Bishop Stang High School

0.7 mi

17 sports • 1,282 athletes

Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

F

Whaling City Junior/Senior High School

1.3 mi | #337 of 346 | Score: 21.7

Improved 17 spots from last year

-36.5 below state avg

200 students Diverse

College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-12

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Agent: Jennifer Almeida-Madeira Office: Century 21 Signature Properties

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
04/29/2026	👁️ Showing Instructions Updated	-	-	-	New showing requirements
04/29/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$419,900	-	-	Original listing

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Time on Market

13 hours 37 minutes

Price per Sq Ft

$375

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$3,841	$339,600

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